Lai Rai

Is Lai Rai still open?

No — Lai Rai in Belltown, Seattle is reported closed, according to local press coverage; we have not established an exact closure date for this record.

Closure Details

Closure date

September 1, 2023 Estimated — on or around this date, not confirmed

Reason

Owners, new to the restaurant industry, made missteps and the concept never came together; closed its doors after August 13

Sources

2

Google Places

Status

Permanently closed, per Google

Last checked

Aug 22, 2026

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Evidence Trail

1. ¹ News ReportSep 12, 2023

   Reported closed

   “the restaurant unceremoniously closed its doors after August 13, Ritter tells Eater Seattle”

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2. ² News ReportSep 12, 2023

   Reported closed

   “Celebrated but confused Belltown restaurant Lai Rai has closed permanently.”

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